Author Question: The nursing student recognizes that which of the following lifespan considerations is an appropriate ... (Read 18 times)

jon_i · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nursing student recognizes that which of the following lifespan considerations is an appropriate action in the client interview for adolescents and older adults?

1. Ask children questions even if parents are present.
2. Ask the client whether the interview should be private.
3. Conduct the interview when the client is rested and most alert.
4. Assess hearing ability.

Question 2

The mother of a 5-year-old child is discussing the child's nutritional status with the nurse. The mother states that the child is not interested in eating at meals and then complains of feeling hungry between meals.

The nurse might suggest which of the following as a way to interest the child in food? 1. Let the child plan the menu for the family.
2. Allow the child to participate in meal preparation.
3. Allow the child to pick foods at the grocery store.
4. Fix only foods that the child likes.

maaaaaaaaaa · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: This is a technique to be used with the younger school-aged child.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: The preschool-age child might become more interested in trying new foods and eating if he is allowed to participate in meal preparation. Allowing a small child to plan a menu is beyond his capabilities, although he may be included in making choices between a few items, such as peas or carrots. The child in the grocery store will choose foods that are bright and colorful but not necessarily healthy choices. Occasionally serving foods that the child likes is appropriate, but children of this age tend to choose the same foods over and over, and need to be introduced to variety.